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Atlas Copco QAS 38 Generator Set

The Atlas Copco QAS 38 is a 32.3 kW (43.31 kVA) diesel prime generator set powered by a Atlas Copco Qc1001 engine. It is available at 60 V, 60 Hz.

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Service parts for the QAS 38

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Belts

1 required

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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Prime power32 kW
ControllerQc1001
AlternatorQc1001
Voltage options60 V, 240 V, 208 V, 480 V

Maintenance & consumables

for the Atlas Copco Qc1001
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterNot explicitly stated500 hr
Fuel filterNot explicitly stated250 hr
Oil filterNot explicitly stated500 hr
BatteryNot explicitly stated2000 hr
BeltBelt556677 Amazon eBay
CoolantPARCOOL EG2000 hr
Coolant filter
OilNot explicitly stated2000 hr
Spark plugNot explicitly stated500 hr

Common questions

Which engine powers the Atlas Copco QAS 38?

The Atlas Copco QAS 38 is powered by the Atlas Copco Qc1001 engine.

Is the Atlas Copco QAS 38 diesel or gas?

The Atlas Copco QAS 38 runs on diesel.

What alternator comes on the Atlas Copco QAS 38?

The Atlas Copco QAS 38 uses a Qc1001 alternator.

Troubleshooting

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Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
The starter motor turns the engine too slowly- Battery capacity too low. - Bad electrical connection. - Fault in starter motor. - Wrong grade of lubricating oil.
The engine does not start or is difficult to start- Starter motor turns engine too slowly. - Fuel tank empty. - Fault in fuel control solenoid. - Restriction in a fuel pipe. - Fault in fuel lift pump. - Dirty fuel filter element. - Air in fuel system. - Fault in atomisers. - Cold start system used incorrectly. - Fault in cold start system. - Restriction in fuel tank vent. - Wrong type or grade of fuel used. - Restriction in exhaust pipe.
Not enough power- Restriction in a fuel pipe. - Fault in fuel lift pump. - Dirty fuel filter element. - Restriction in air filter/cleaner or induction system. - Air in fuel system.
Alternator does not excite- Blown fuse.Replace fuse.
Insufficient residual voltageIncrease the speed by 15 %.
No residual voltageFor an instant apply on the + and – terminals of the electronic regulator a 12 V battery voltage with a 30 Ω resistor in series respecting the polarities.

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full Atlas Copco QAS 38 troubleshooting guide (17 entries) →

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
112233Spark Plug1Spark plug Amazon eBay
223344Oil Pump1Pump Amazon eBay
334455Fuel Pump1Pump Amazon eBay
445566Coolant Pump1Pump Amazon eBay
556677Belt1Belt Amazon eBay
667788Seal1Seal Amazon eBay
778899Gasket1Gasket Amazon eBay
889900Thermostat1Thermostat Amazon eBay
990011Impeller1Impeller Amazon eBay

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Available documents

Reference — Equipamentos para Aluguer tcm55-120599Parts manual — Atlas Copco (Atlas Copco)Parts manual — QAS 18-38 YD Trailer - 1310301166 (Atlas Copco)Service manual — QAS 38 YD Inst TNV 2004 (Atlas Copco)